Job Description
Join GSK as a Scientist focused on mRNA formulation, designing and developing innovative mRNA delivery systems that support GSK's vaccine and medicine discovery programs. Working closely with colleagues across disciplines, you will lead laboratory studies that enhance product understanding and accelerate development. GSK values curious, motivated scientists who take ownership, communicate clearly and thrive in a collaborative environment.
The role is located in Cambridge, MA, United States and requires working on-site; hybrid or remote work options are not available for this position.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, prepare and evaluate mRNA formulations and delivery systems, including lipid nanoparticle (LNP) platforms, for stability, compatibility, encapsulation efficiency and performance
- Develop and execute formulation, stability and stress studies for mRNA vaccine and therapeutic programs
- Characterize physicochemical properties using DLS, zeta potential, chromatography and thermal analysis
- Analyze and interpret data, identify formulation risks and recommend strategies to improve quality, stability and performance
- Collaborate with analytical, process development, regulatory and quality teams
- Maintain lab records, prepare study reports and communicate findings
- Keep the drug product laboratory safe, organized and inspection-ready
- Support troubleshooting of formulation challenges
Qualifications
- BS, MS or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering or a related discipline (BS + 5 years, MS + 3 years, or PhD + 0 years of relevant experience)
- At least 1 year of hands-on lab experience developing and evaluating mRNA-LNP formulations or other nucleic acid delivery systems
Experience
Preferred: advanced degree; experience with vaccine formulation, protein biologics, nanoparticle or advanced drug delivery; designing formulation and stability studies; LNP formulation development and characterization; high-throughput formulation screening; process development, scale-up and manufacturing handoffs.
Skills Required
- mRNA-LNP formulation
- DLS, zeta potential, chromatography, thermal analysis
- Stability and stress study design
- Data analysis and scientific documentation
- Cross-functional teamwork and scientific presentations
Additional Information
| Company | GSK |
|---|---|
| Location | Cambridge, Massachusetts |
| Job Type | Full-time · On-site |
| Experience Level | Industry – Scientist |
| Salary / Stipend | USD 89,925 – 149,875 per year (base) + annual bonus |
| Application Deadline | 2026-11-14 |
| Posted Date | 2026-10-27 |
| Company Website | https://www.gsk.com/ ↗ |
| Source | Official Career Page ↗ |
| Requisition | 450168 |
| Location | Cambridge, MA, USA (on-site only) |
| Base salary (Cambridge MA / Waltham MA / Rockville MD / San Francisco CA) | USD 89,925 – 149,875 |
| Also | Annual bonus, share-based long-term incentive (level dependent), healthcare, retirement benefits |
| Deadline note | Posting end date on GSK careers portal |
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